ITN-BUET

Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
2024-11-16 09:00 - 2025-02-05 17:00 UTC
About the Training
The online course ‘Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)’ addresses important issues in sanitation services, focusing on integrity, regulatory frameworks, and social inclusion. The course is a collaborative effort among the Water Integrity Network (WIN), ITN-BUET, and ESAWAS. Sanitation plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and ensuring environmental sustainability, yet many regions struggle to provide equitable and effective services. These challenges are often compounded by integrity risks, regulatory gaps, and social inequalities. This course is designed to help participants navigate these complexities by introducing key concepts such as Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS), integrity in regulation, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). Participants will gain valuable insights into how governance, ethics, and inclusive strategies can improve sanitation services, reduce risks, and ensure equitable access for all.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will have a clear understanding of how integrity supports the implementation of CWIS projects and how robust regulatory frameworks can ensure inclusive, equitable sanitation, fulfilling the human right to sanitation. The major objectives of the course are as follows:

Understand the basic concepts of integrity, regulation, and CWIS
Analyze how integrity helps to achieve better regulation in CWIS programs
Equip sanitation professionals to better understand and respond to integrity risks along the sanitation value chain
Examine how transparency, accountability, participation, and anti-corruption play out in practice through case studies from different parts of the world.

Contents and Course Structure
This course is organized into four modules, each offering a comprehensive learning experience through a blend of mandatory readings, supplementary resources, and interactive activities. The content includes videos, animations, presentations, readings, and case study documentation to enhance understanding. Participants are encouraged to engage actively by sharing their experiences, asking questions, and participating in vibrant forum discussions for each module.
Course Module
The course is structured as follows:

Module 1: Basic Concepts – Integrity and CWIS Introduction to key principles of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) and the role of integrity in ensuring effective, transparent, and equitable sanitation services.
Module 2: Regulation in CWIS– Exploration of regulatory frameworks that support the implementation of CWIS, with a focus on ensuring accountability, transparency, and inclusive practices.
Module 3: Integrity Risks Along the Sanitation Value Chain– Examination of potential integrity risks throughout the sanitation value chain, with guidance on identifying and mitigating these risks to improve governance and service delivery.
Module 4: Strengthening Integrity– Strategies for enhancing integrity within sanitation systems, including the use of integrity mechanisms to foster ethical practices, strengthen governance, and promote social inclusion.

To progress through the course, participants need to complete quizzes or respond to multiple-choice questions at the end of each module. Successful completion of these assessments is required to move forward to the next module.
Who Should Attend?
This course is specifically designed for professionals working in the WASH sector, having formal or informal roles in regulatory functions related to sanitation, public health, and the environment. Additionally, the course will be beneficial for decision-makers, city leaders, government officials, academics, practitioners, researchers, and others in related fields.
Participation Details
Participants will have to apply through the registration link by either clicking on the link or scanning the QR code. The course is offered to a maximum of 50 concurrent participants in each round. Seats are usually filled on a first-come, first-served basis; however, there may be a screening process to identify deserving candidates. Upon approval, registered candidates must complete the course by 15 February 2025. If a participant fails to complete the course within the given time frame or does not log in to the online system for 30 consecutive days, their registration will be cancelled.
Course Approval Criteria and Certificate
As a self-paced course, participants are welcome to cover the contents modules according to their own timing. The average time required to complete the course is approximately 20 hours, with a total time commitment of 3- 4 weeks. Answering quizzes/ multiple-choice questions at the end of each module is a condition to move on to the next module, completing the course, and receiving a course certificate. Participants will have three chances to obtain at least 60% correct responses, and in all cases the platform will indicate the wrong answers.
Certificate
After completing the 4 modules, participants are invited to answer a short feedback survey of the course. Once this survey is answered, participants may download their certificate.Participation in the course, as well as the download of the certificate, has no cost for the participants.
Application Deadline:
10 November 2024

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Orientation for BUET Graduate on Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
2024-11-16 15:00 - 17:00
About the Program
The Orientation Program for graduates on Water, Sanitation, and Hygiene (WASH) is designed to introduce them with the WASH sector and inspire them to be a future professional in the WASH field to tackle some of the pressing challenges in SDG 6. For water supply, sanitation and waste management, ITN-BUET is dedicated to building a robust human resource base through targeted capacity-building initiatives, bridging the gap between academic research and practical application in the country and beyond. This program offers a unique opportunity to gain insights into the current state of the WASH sector while exploring research areas and career pathways that empower aspiring professionals to make a meaningful impact.
What you will learn

Prospects and career opportunities in the WASH sector
How to prepare yourself as a potential WASH sector professional
Challenges, opportunities, and rewards of working in the sector

Speakers

SM Zulkernine, Senior Environmental Specialist, World Bank, Dhaka
Shahidul Islam, Sector Lead – Water, SNV Netherlands Development Organization

Who Should Attend?
Fourth year/fresh graduate/postgraduate students from BUET with a special focus on WASH or relevant engineering. Female participants are especially encouraged to apply.
Program date
16 November 2024 (2:30 pm to 5:00 pm)
Last date to apply
13 November, 2024
Venue
ITN-BUET Seminar Room, BUET
Benefits

A certificate of participation
Registration kit
Refreshment

Contact Person
Md. Rafiqul Islam, Cell No.: +880 01518900104, Email: rafiqulislam0136@gmail.com
Participation fee
200 BDT

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ITN-BUET research dissemination event
2024-11-19 10:30 - 13:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
Research Dissemination Seminar: Advancing Waste Management and Sanitation Worker Livelihoods
This seminar will present findings from two groundbreaking research studies addressing critical environmental and social challenges.
Event DetailsDate: 19th November 2024Venue: Seminar Room, ITN-BUET, Dhaka
Program Schedule

10:30 A.M: Registration and Tea
11:00 A.M: Welcome Address and Overview of Research Activities at ITN-BUET by Professor Dr. Tanvir Ahmed, Director, ITN-BUET
11:15 A.M: Presentation on Research Outcome (a):“Strength and Durability of Artificial Aggregate by Geopolymerization of Sewage Sludge and Medical Waste Incineration Ash”*Presenter: Lt Col Mohammed Russedul Islam, PhD, Associate Professor, Department of Civil Engineering, MIST
11:45 A.M: Presentation on Research Outcome (b):“Upgrading Living Conditions of Sanitation Workers: Towards Sustainable Settlement and Livelihood”*Presenters: Anirban Mostafa, PhD, Professor, Architecture Discipline, Khulna University & Afroza Parvin, PhD, Professor, Architecture Discipline, Khulna University
12:15 P.M: Q&A and Discussion
12:45 P.M: Vote of Thanks
01:00 P.M: Lunch and Prayer

This seminar provides an excellent opportunity to explore innovative approaches in geopolymerization technology and sustainable development for sanitation workers.

Training on Climate-Resilient Sanitation Safety Planning
2024-12-01 09:00 - 2024-12-03 17:00
About the Training
Sanitation efforts in developing countries often prioritize building toilets (hardware) over public health outcomes. A more comprehensive approach is needed, integrating public health considerations into sanitation planning and infrastructure development. Sanitation Safety Planning (SSP) is a risk management tool for sanitation. It gathers stakeholders from various sectors to identify health risks throughout the sanitation system. Together, they agree on improvements and monitor progress. This ensures control measures target the biggest risks, leading to gradual improvements over time. Climate-resilient Sanitation Safety Planning (CR-SSP) is a process that helps communities improve their sanitation systems in a way that can withstand the effects of climate change. Climate change can increase the risk of flooding, droughts, and other extreme weather events, which can damage sanitation systems and lead to the spread of disease. CR-SSP helps communities identify these risks and develop strategies to mitigate them. ITN-BUET is going to organize a three-day training program on ‘Climate-resilient Sanitation Safety Planning (CR-SSP)’ for safely managed sanitation systems. This three-day training program will emphasize the crucial link between understanding health risks and effective sanitation management and investment. It aligns with WHO’s 2022 and 2018 guidelines, emphasizing risk-based management for sanitation systems.
Objectives
The program aims to establish a pool of national and international sanitation players who have in-depth understanding of SSP’s key concepts and principles. In line with this objective, the program will:• Help develop an understanding about the SSP process• Help build an understanding of the procedure for risk assessment and management in line with WHO guidelines on sanitation and health, covering all steps of the sanitation chain, with or without safe end use• Help gain an understanding about preparing SSP using step-by-step guidance• Experience practical application of SSP through exposure visit
Who Should Attend?
This course welcomes enrollment from a wide range of participants working in sanitation, public health, environmental improvement, researchers, etc.
Course Fee (Including Training Kits, Food and Field Visit)
National Participants: BDT 20,000International Participants: USD 500 (With full accommodation)
*Course Fee Included Training Kits, Food and Field Visit**Upon successful completion of the training program, participants will be granted a one-year complimentary membership to the International Water Association (IWA).
Application Deadline:
30th October 2024

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Subrata PaulTraining SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: subrata@itn-buet.orgPhone: +8809606667700 Ext.- 5082

International Conference on Water and Flood Management (ICWFM-2025)
2025-02-22 09:00 - 2025-02-24 17:00
📍 Venue: CIRDAP International Conference Center (CICC), Dhaka, Bangladesh📍Date: 22-24 February 2025
Background & Purpose
ICWFM, organized biennially by the Institute of Water and Flood Management (IWFM) at BUET since 2007, brings together experts from various disciplines to address pressing water and flood management challenges. The tenth edition, ICWFM-2025, will focus on the role of water and ecosystem conservation in building climate resilience.This conference will explore integrated approaches to mitigating climate change impacts through conservation and restoration of water and ecosystems. Key topics include:✅ Afforestation and reforestation (including mangroves)✅ Restoring wetlands and river-floodplain connectivity✅ Sustainable agricultural practices✅ Enhancing biodiversity and human well-being
Key Information
📌 Abstract Submission Opens: 15 July 2024📌 Abstract Submission Closes: 30 September 2024📌 Notification of Abstract Acceptance: 12 November 2024📌 Registration Begins: 16 November 2024📌 Deadline for Conference Registration: 12 December 2024
Join ICWFM-2025!
Be part of an essential dialogue on water conservation and climate resilience. Register now!

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Toilet Conference 2025
2025-02-25 09:00 - 2025-02-26 17:00
The Future of Sanitation
The Toilet Conference 2025 will showcase cutting-edge technologies, innovative approaches, and advanced management practices in sanitation. Countries from the Global South will share their experiences and explore ways to scale up sanitation innovations. ITN-BUET is one of the convenors of this Toilet Conference.
Key Highlights:
✅ Expert-led discussions on critical sanitation issues✅ Latest advancements in toilet technology and management✅ Networking with policymakers, researchers, and industry leaders
Thematic Areas:
The conference will focus on key topics in the sanitation domain. Learn more
Join the Conference:
Be part of the global movement shaping the future of sanitation. Register today!

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Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
2025-03-25 09:00 - 2025-06-30 09:00
About the Training
The online course ‘Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)’ addresses important issues in sanitation services, focusing on integrity, regulatory frameworks, and social inclusion. The course is a collaborative effort among the Water Integrity Network (WIN), ITN-BUET, and ESAWAS. Sanitation plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and ensuring environmental sustainability, yet many regions struggle to provide equitable and effective services. These challenges are often compounded by integrity risks, regulatory gaps, and social inequalities. This course is designed to help participants navigate these complexities by introducing key concepts such as Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS), integrity in regulation, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). Participants will gain valuable insights into how governance, ethics, and inclusive strategies can improve sanitation services, reduce risks, and ensure equitable access for all.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will have a clear understanding of how integrity supports the implementation of CWIS projects and how robust regulatory frameworks can ensure inclusive, equitable sanitation, fulfilling the human right to sanitation. The major objectives of the course are as follows:

Understand the basic concepts of integrity, regulation, and CWIS
Analyze how integrity helps to achieve better regulation in CWIS programs
Equip sanitation professionals to better understand and respond to integrity risks along the sanitation value chain
Examine how transparency, accountability, participation, and anti-corruption play out in practice through case studies from different parts of the world.

Contents and Course Structure
This course is organized into four modules, each offering a comprehensive learning experience through a blend of mandatory readings, supplementary resources, and interactive activities. The content includes videos, animations, presentations, readings, and case study documentation to enhance understanding. Participants are encouraged to engage actively by sharing their experiences, asking questions, and participating in vibrant forum discussions for each module.
Course Module
The course is structured as follows:

Module 1: Basic Concepts – Integrity and CWIS Introduction to key principles of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) and the role of integrity in ensuring effective, transparent, and equitable sanitation services.
Module 2: Regulation in CWIS– Exploration of regulatory frameworks that support the implementation of CWIS, with a focus on ensuring accountability, transparency, and inclusive practices.
Module 3: Integrity Risks Along the Sanitation Value Chain– Examination of potential integrity risks throughout the sanitation value chain, with guidance on identifying and mitigating these risks to improve governance and service delivery.
Module 4: Strengthening Integrity– Strategies for enhancing integrity within sanitation systems, including the use of integrity mechanisms to foster ethical practices, strengthen governance, and promote social inclusion.

To progress through the course, participants need to complete quizzes or respond to multiple-choice questions at the end of each module. Successful completion of these assessments is required to move forward to the next module.
Who Should Attend?
This course is specifically designed for professionals working in the WASH sector, having formal or informal roles in regulatory functions related to sanitation, public health, and the environment. Additionally, the course will be beneficial for decision-makers, city leaders, government officials, academics, practitioners, researchers, and others in related fields.
Participation Details
Participants will have to apply through the registration link by either clicking on the link or scanning the QR code. The course is offered to a maximum of 50 concurrent participants in each round. Seats are usually filled on a first-come, first-served basis; however, there may be a screening process to identify deserving candidates. Upon approval, registered candidates must complete the course by 30 June 2025. If a participant fails to complete the course within the given time frame or does not log in to the online system for 30 consecutive days, their registration will be cancelled.
Course Approval Criteria and Certificate
As a self-paced course, participants are welcome to cover the contents modules according to their own timing. The average time required to complete the course is approximately 20 hours, with a total time commitment of 3- 4 weeks. Answering quizzes/ multiple-choice questions at the end of each module is a condition to move on to the next module, completing the course, and receiving a course certificate. Participants will have three chances to obtain at least 60% correct responses, and in all cases the platform will indicate the wrong answers.
Certificate
After completing the 4 modules, participants are invited to answer a short feedback survey of the course. Once this survey is answered, participants may download their certificate.Participation in the course, as well as the download of the certificate, has no cost for the participants.
Application Deadline:
10 March 2025

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Mobile Data Collection and Online Monitoring Using KoBoToolBox
2025-04-19 09:00 - 2025-04-21 17:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
Join our comprehensive training on KoBoToolbox to master survey data collection, data management, and online monitoring.
Training Details

Dates: 19–21 April 2025 (Total 12 hours)
Application Deadline: 12 April 2025
Total Seats: 25 (First-come, first-served basis)
Course Fee: Regular BDT 15,000/- (Early bird: BDT 12,000, Till 10 April 2025), For Student 𝘽𝘿𝙏 𝟏𝟎,𝟎𝟎𝟎
Venue: ITN-BUET, Dhaka, Bangladesh
Training Mode: In-person, hands-on workshop

Course Overview
KoBoToolbox is a powerful suite of tools designed for field data collection, especially in challenging environments. Widely used by humanitarian workers, researchers, and development professionals, this training will equip participants with essential skills to:

Design and develop survey data collection forms
Deploy forms on mobile devices and collect data efficiently
Manage projects and analyze collected data effectively

Key Learning Outcomes

Form Development: Utilize KoBoToolbox’s form builder to integrate skip logic, validation rules, calculated fields, translations, and cascading selects.
Form Deployment: Deploy forms on Android devices, set up server connections, configure settings, and manage mobile data collection projects.
Data Collection and Management: Collect data using the KoBoCollect app. View, edit, validate, and download collected data while generating custom reports with visualizations.
Advanced Features: Incorporate multimedia data (photos, audio, video, GPS)
Real-world Application: Hands-on exercises with case studies from development and humanitarian projects.

Why Join This Course?

Hands-on training with practical projects
Expert guidance and direct support
Comprehensive coverage of form building, data collection, and management
Real-world applications with live demonstrations
Certificate of Completion from ITN-BUET

Who Should Attend?

Professionals working in data collection and management
MEAL (Monitoring, Evaluation, Accountability, and Learning) specialists
Project managers and researchers
Survey designers and humanitarian workers

Course Requirements

Basic knowledge of survey questionnaire design
Basic computing skills
Participants must bring their own laptop and Android phone

Topics Covered

Introduction to KoBoToolbox: Platform overview, architecture, and benefits
User Interface & Setup: Creating accounts and understanding the KoBoToolbox environment
Form Building: Designing structured and multi-language forms with validation rules
Data Collection: Online and offline data submission through mobile apps and web browsers
Project & Team Management: Assigning roles, managing collaborators, and controlling data access
Data Analysis & Visualization: Reviewing, editing, exporting data (XLS, CSV, KML, GeoJSON), and generating reports

Contact InformationRakib Uddin AhmedEmail: rakib@itn-buet.orgCell # 01648633826

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Orientation for BUET Graduates on Water, Sanitation & Hygiene (WASH)
2025-04-26 14:30 - 17:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
Course Overview
The Orientation Program aims to introduce graduates to the WASH sector and inspire them to contribute in addressing key challenges in WASH as future professionals.

Provides insights of water supply, sanitation, and hygiene (WASH).
Equips graduates with knowledge of current WASH practices, challenges and solutions.
Bridges the gap between academic research and practical applications.
Orients future professionals on capacity building initiative of ITN-BUET
Encourages future engagement in the WASH sector for sustainable impact.

Key Learning Outcomes

Gain insights into the current state of the WASH sector.
Explore emerging research areas and innovations in WASH.
Understand the role of WASH in achieving SDG 6 and sustainable development.
Develop a foundation for contributing to real-world WASH challenges.

Why Join This Course?

Learn about career pathways and opportunities in the field.
Connect with experts and professionals for guidance and networking.

Who Should Attend?

Fourth-year undergraduate students/fresh graduates/postgraduate students from BUET with a special focus on WASH or relevant program.
Female participation are encouraged.

Course Requirements
Participants should have academic exposure to following key areas of WASH through relevant coursework in their graduate or postgraduate studies:

Water and sanitation management.
Climate change.
Solid waste management.
Fecal sludge management.

Topics Covered

Water and wastewater treatment
Sanitation, hygiene, and fecal sludge management
Climate change and Disaster Risk Reduction (DRR)
Solid waste management
Carrier opportunities for WASH sector.

Benefits

A certificate of participation
Registration kit
Refreshment

Participant Fee
500 BDT
Application Deadline

25 April 2025

Contact InformationMd. Rafiqul IslamEmail: rafiqul@itn-buet.orgCell: +880 1518 900104

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Training and Experiential Learning on Fecal Sludge Management in Cities: An Element of City Wide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
2025-05-18 09:00 - 2025-05-20 17:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
About the Training
The “Training and Experiential Learning on Fecal Sludge Management in Cities: An Element of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation” targets engineers and officials from relevant agencies from the WASH sector. The training addresses both technical and non-technical aspects of FSM using lecture modules and interactive learning content. The training provides participants with a comprehensive framework for the FSM planning process. It highlights the importance of proper sanitation, analyzes the contexts and necessity of including social and gender aspects, and creates an enabling environment for preparing an FSM plan.
Objectives

Understand the Importance of FSM
Equip participants with the skills to assess sanitation conditions, including regulatory, environmental and social aspects
Enable participants to map stakeholders, understand their roles
Recognize the needs of vulnerable communities in sanitation planning
Enable participants with knowledge of site selection, collection, transportation technologies and financial mechanisms
Provide insights into Safety, Capacity Building and Community Engagement

Who Should Attend?
This course welcomes enrollment from a wide range of participants working in sanitation, public health and environmental improvement, including decision-makers, city leaders, Government officials, academics, practitioners, researchers, etc.
Course Outline
The course spans three days. It is specifically designed for professionals in sanitation, public health, water supply and environmental sectors from developing countries in Asia-Pacific and Africa. The course offers a dynamic learning experience through interactive sessions, group work and exposure visits. Session highlights:Day 1: Introduction to FSMDay 2: Technologies, Service Mechanisms and Social EngagementDay 3: Exposure Visit: Faridpur
Learning Outcomes

Ability to assess sanitation conditions and identify key factors influencing FSM success
Increased awareness of gender and social inclusion in sanitation planning
Enhanced capacity to evaluate FSM service options, technology choices and financial models
Capability to develop and implement standard operating procedures for FSM services
Understanding of occupational health risks and the importance of PPE in FSM operations
Strengthened ability to train others and mobilize communities for FSM adoption

Participation Details
The seats are limited. There may be some screening of registered candidates to maintain the group size suitable for effective delivery and interaction.
Course Fee
National Participants: BDT 15,000Early Bird (By 16 April): BDT 12,000International Participants: USD 300 (With full accommodation)
*Course Fee Included Training Kits, Food and Field Visit
Application Deadline:
03 May 2025

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Subrata PaulTraining SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: subrata@itn-buet.orgPhone: +8809606667700 Ext.- 5082

Training of Trainer (ToT) on Climate Resilient Water Safety Plan (CR-WSP)
2025-05-25 09:00 - 2025-05-28 17:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
About the Training
The four-day Training of Trainers (ToT) on Climate Resilient Water Safety Plan (CR-WSP), including one day of field exposure, is designed to develop a pool of master trainers capable of advancing CR-WSP implementation. This program equips participants with comprehensive knowledge and practical facilitation skills to assess climate risks, formulate effective risk management strategies, and ensure the safety and sustainability of water supply systems in the face of changing climate conditions. Upon completion, participants will be prepared to serve as trainers and change agents, promoting CR-WSP at local, regional, and national levels.
Program Date: 25-28 May 2025Venue: ITN-BUET
Objectives

Understand different types of hazards (physical, chemical, microbial, etc.) that make water unsafe
Identify contamination risks at different stages (from catchment to consumer) of a water supply system
Risk assessment of the water supply system and risk scoring/ranking following a sanitary inspection
Recognize control measures (existing or planned) that prevent (or control) the hazards and develop improvement plans and effective operational monitoring plans to ensure water safety
Enhance the knowledge and skills of water utility professionals and other stakeholders on CR-WSP to improve overall management of assets and the safety of the water supply systems

Who Should Attend?
This course welcomes enrollment from a wide range of participants working in water, sanitation, public health and environmental improvement, including decision-makers, city leaders, Government officials, academics, practitioners, researchers, etc.
Course Outline
The course spans four days. The course offers a dynamic learning experience through interactive sessions, group work, and field visits. Session highlights:Day 1: Introduction to CR-WSP, climate impacts, system description and hazard identificationDay 2: Hazard and risk assessment, improvement planning and operational monitoringDay 3: Verification, management procedures, review, and closing of classroom sessionDay 4: Field Work
Learning Outcomes

Gain knowledge on identifying and assessing climate-related hazards and risks in water supply systems
Develop skills to design and implement risk management plans, improvement plans and operational monitoring plans for urban and rural water supply systems
Strengthen facilitation capacity to train others on CR-WSP at local, regional and national levels
Enhance the ability to monitor, review and continuously improve CR-WSP implementation

Participation Details
The seats are limited. There may be some screening of registered candidates to maintain the group size suitable for effective delivery and interaction.
Course Fee
National Participants: BDT 20,000Early Bird (By 30 April): BDT 16,000International Participants: USD 300 (With full accommodation)
*Course Fee Included Training Kits, Food and Field Visit**Upon successful completion of the training program, participants will be granted a one-year complimentary membership to the International Water Association (IWA)
Application Deadline:
10 May 2025

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Subrata PaulTraining SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: subrata@itn-buet.orgPhone: +8809606667700 Ext.- 5082

Training Course on Planning and Designing of Fecal Sludge Treatment Plant (FSTP)
2025-07-13 09:00 - 2025-07-16 17:00 | ITN Seminar Room, ARI-ITN Building (4th & 5th Floor), BUET Dhaka-1000., Dhaka 1000 Bangladesh, Dhaka, Dhaka-1000, Bangladesh
Course Overview
Effective planning and design of FSTPs are essential to ensure treatment and safe disposal or reuse of fecal sludge, mitigating environmental pollution and public health risks. This training will equip participants with essential skills to:

Understand design criteria in line with FSM frameworks and regulatory guidelines
Select and design appropriate treatment technologies based on capacity & site conditions
Develop operational and maintenance strategies for FSTPs

Key Learning Outcomes

FSTP Planning & Site Selection: Land use, environmental considerations and stakeholder engagement.
Process Flow & Technology Selection: Comparing different treatment technologies (e.g., planted/unplanted drying beds, an/aerobic digestion, composting, dewatering etc.).
Analysis and Design: Engineering calculations for technological and infrastructural design.
Cost & Feasibility Analysis: Economic evaluation and sustainability strategies.
Case Studies & Hands-On Sessions: Real-world applications and interactive design exercises.
Virtual Tour: An interactive digital exploration for FSTPs

Why Join This Course?

Expert-led sessions with practical case studies
Hands-on training with design exercises
Comprehensive coverage of FSTP planning and management
Training Certificate

Who Should Attend?

Engineers & Urban Planners
Sanitation & Public Health Professionals
Environmental Consultants & Researchers
NGOs & Development Practitioners

Course Requirements

Basic understanding of sanitation, fecal sludge treatment and management.
Basic computing proficiency for design calculations.
Familiarity with treatment technologies and environmental regulations is preferable.

Topics Covered

Basics of safely managed sanitation, fecal sludge treatment and planning of FSTP.
Selection criteria and mechanisms for fecal sludge treatment technologies.
Design of settling-thickening tanks, planted/ unplanted drying beds and mechanical press systems.
Design of anaerobic baffled reactors, constructed wetlands, maturation ponds and co-treatment in STPs.
Design of co-composting, thermal drying systems and treatments in emergencies like lime treatment.
Guidelines for operation, maintenance and performance monitoring of FSTPs.

Registration Information

Seats are limited, so apply early!

Benefits

Course Certificate, Training Kits, Course Materials, Lunch and Refreshments

Application Deadline

30 June 2025

Training Fee
Early Bird (By 28 May): National Participants: BDT 12,000International Participants: USD 200
Regular:National Participants: BDT 15,000International Participants: USD 250

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Contact Information
Md. Azizur RahmanEmail: aziz@itn-buet.orgCell: +880 1725 021312

🚰 City-San Connect | Quarterly Learning Webinar Series 🌍
2025-08-26 11:00 - 12:30
About City-San Connect
City-San Connect is a new quarterly webinar series launched by ITN-BUET under the SaniRepo platform. It is designed to foster cross-city learning and collaboration, bringing together local governments, sector professionals, development partners, and researchers to discuss real challenges and practical solutions in urban sanitation.
Every session highlights a key theme, combining expert presentations, city case studies, and open discussions. The webinars are hosted in partnership with national and international collaborators and are open to participants across the region and beyond.
Why Climate-Resilient WASH Matters
Climate change is no longer a distant threat—it is a present challenge for urban sanitation. Cities are increasingly exposed to rising temperatures, intense rainfall, waterlogging, and other climate-related shocks that disrupt sanitation systems across the chain—from household containment to treatment and safe reuse.
As we pursue SDG 6—universal access to safe water and sanitation, there is an urgent need to design systems that are not only inclusive and sustainable, but also climate-resilient. This calls for an adaptive mindset and innovative technologies that can withstand stress, ensure continuity of service, and protect vulnerable populations.
This is why the focus on climate-resilient WASH is so important. We need to rethink how our sanitation systems are planned, built, and managed so they can adapt to changing weather, protect people’s health, and serve communities better even in crisis.
This Session’s Focus: Climate Resilient WASH
The upcoming session on August 26, 2025, will explore how cities are applying technology and innovative approaches to make sanitation systems more resilient to climate impacts.
Participants will learn:

How climate change is affecting sanitation systems—both infrastructure and service delivery
What technological solutions (e.g. modular STPs, container-based sanitation, nature-based systems, sensor-driven monitoring) cities are piloting or scaling up
How planning tools and decision-support models are helping cities adapt to extreme climate events
What city-level strategies, governance practices, and financing approaches are enabling climate-smart sanitation
Insights from Bangladeshi cities and international experiences on building adaptive and inclusive systems

This 90-minute virtual session will include presentations from national and international experts, followed by interactive discussion and Q&A.
Why Join?
City-San Connect is more than just a webinar—it’s a platform for connecting cities through shared learning. By showcasing case studies from different cities, the platform allows participants to see what’s working in similar contexts and what can be adapted to their own.
You’ll benefit from:

Real stories and solutions from the ground
Fresh perspectives on sanitation and climate resilience
A chance to share your own experiences and ask questions
Opportunities to build partnerships with other cities, institutions, and professionals
Access to high-quality content, including recordings, on Sani Repo, the growing digital library for WASH learning

It’s a platform for inspiration, exchange, and action open to all who care about making sanitation systems stronger, smarter, and more inclusive.
Event Details
🎯Theme- 1: Climate Resilient WASH🗓️ Date: Tuesday, August 26, 2025🕚 Time: 11:00 – 12:30 PM (GMT+6)📍 Platform: Zoom | Hosted by ITN-BUET Webinar Link: https://bdren.zoom.us/j/91589990741Zoom ID # 915 8999 0741
Let’s Learn and Lead Together
Whether you work in local government, manage sanitation services, support communities, or contribute to policy and research your experience matters. Join us for this important conversation and help shape a more climate-resilient future for urban sanitation.
Contact Information
K. A. Amin Knowledge Management SpecialistITN-BUETEmail: amin@itn-buet.org

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From South Asia to the World: CWIS Learning Forum
2025-10-08 14:15 - 17:15
🌍 From South Asia to the World: CWIS Learning Forum
📅 Date: 08 October 2025🕑 Time: 1:45 PM IST | 2:00 PM NPT | 2:15 PM BST⏳ Duration: 3 hours📍 Online Event | Register Here
The Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) Learning Forum brings together sanitation alliances from across South Asia to foster knowledge exchange, strengthen collaboration, and accelerate progress toward inclusive, sustainable, and climate-resilient sanitation solutions.
✨ Program Highlights:

Alliance Presentations – Progress and achievements from Bangladesh, India, and Nepal through collective action.
Best Practice Showcases – Scalable sanitation solutions with strong replication potential.
Interactive Discussions – Open dialogues to shape regional priorities and foster future collaboration.

🎯 Expected Outcomes:

Enhanced understanding of CWIS strategies, successes, and challenges in South Asia.
Stronger networks across regional sanitation alliances.
Identification of opportunities to replicate best practices and scale CWIS efforts globally.

🔗 Join us to be part of a transformative conversation on the future of sanitation!👉 Click here to register

Training on Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM)
2025-11-04 09:00 - 2025-11-06 17:00
ABOUT THE TRAINING
Rapid urbanization, population growth and changing consumption patterns have significantly increased the volume and diversity of municipal solid waste (MSW) across Bangladesh. While the effective management of MSW is crucial for protection of public health and environment, challenges are emerging due to the growing complexity of waste streams including plastics, e-waste, medical and hazardous waste. Addressing these challenges requires a holistic and sustainable approach to waste management that goes beyond basic collection and disposal. This training on Municipal Solid Waste Management (MSWM) aims to enhance the knowledge and technical capacity of participants by exploring key aspects of MSWM, including policy, planning, technology, stakeholder engagement and resource-efficient practices.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the current scenario, challenges and emerging trends of MSWM
Strengthen technical knowledge on innovative solutions for planning and management of MSW
Learn to apply circular economy principles across the MSWM value chain.
Develop strategies for behavior change and community engagement to promote environmentally safe and inclusive waste management.

TOPICS COVERED:

Introduction & Context: Global, national and local perspectives on MSWM.
Waste Handling & Disposal: Waste characterization, efficient collection, transport, disposal and resource recovery strategies.
Specialized Waste Management: Planning and management of bio-degradable, plastics, hazardous, medical and e-waste.
Socio-economic dynamics: Integration of informal sectors, stakeholder engagement, community awareness and sustainable financing mechanisms.
Strategic Planning & Sustainability: Linkage of MSWM with climate change, circular economy, SDGs and strategic planning for integrated waste management.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Government officials from relevant departments (DPHE, LGED, DoE, etc.)
City level Officials engaged in MSWM
Urban Planners, Engineers, Environmental Professionals, Donor Agency and I/NGO practitioners
Academica, researchers and consultants working in the urban waste sector
Private sector and utility service providers involved in MSWM

COURSE REQUIREMENTS:

Basic knowledge of municipal solid waste management
Interest in sustainable solid waste management practices and urban environmental solutions

WHY JOIN THIS COURSE:

Expert-led sessions with practical insights
Real-world lessons from experienced practitioners
Hands-on exercises for city-specific SWM planning
Field-based practical demonstrations
Opportunity to network and exchange knowledge with peers

PARTICIPATION DETAILS:

Duration: 3 Days (In-person)
Language: Bangla & English (Bilingual delivery)
Materials: Participants will be provided with lesson handouts
Certificate: Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

28 October 2025

COURSE FEE:

16,000 BDT (EARLY BIRDS APPLY BY 20 OCT 2025)
20,000 BDT National participants

RESOURCE PERSONS:

Prof. Dr. Md. Mujibur Rahman, Dept. of Civil Engineering, & Director, CSIRS-UIU (Former Professor & Head, Dept. of Civil Engineering, BUET)
Prof. Dr. Rowshan Mamtaz, Director, ITN-BUET
Iftekhar Enayetullah, Co-Founder and Director Waste Concern
Dr. Tariq Bin Yousuf, Former Additional Chief Engineer, DNCC
Dr. Abdullah Al Mamun, Deputy director & National Project Director, DoE
Dr. Rumana Afrin, Associate Professor, Civil Engineering & Associate Director, CSIRS-UIU

CONTACT INFORMATION

Azizur Rahman
Designation: Research Officer (T/R), ITN-BUET
Email: aziz@itn-buet.org
Mobile: +880 1725 021312

Syeda Aniqa Anjum
Designation: Research Officer, CSIRS-UIU
Email: aniqa@admin.uiu.ac.bd
Mobile: +880 1966 051706

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Training on Design, Construction and Improvement of Sanitation Containment Systems
2026-04-26 09:00 - 2026-04-27 17:00
ABOUT THE TRAINING
Toilets are widely available but the associated containments are often poorly designed and construced, leading to pollution of lakes, canal/water bodies, groundwater contamination, operational challenges for fecal sludge management (FSM) and increased public health risks. Addressing these issues this training on Design, Construction and Improvement of Sanitation Containment Systems aims to enhance knowledge and technical capacity of relevent stakeholders on key aspects of containment systems, including design standards, structural considerations, climate resilience and planning for upgradation that facilitate safe sanitation, protection of public health and environment.
LEARNING OUTCOMES:
By the end of the training, participants will be able to:

Understand the role of safe containment and identify common design and construction deficiencies.
Strengthen technical knowledge on the design, construction and upgrading of containment systems.
Learn to incorporate climate-resilience in containment design and construction.
Develop strategies for containment improvements/upgradation.

TOPICS COVERED:

Overview of sanitation containments in Bangladesh.
Principles and standards for designing containment systems.
Step-by-step guidance on construction, maintenance, and upgradation of various types of containment systems.
Cost Estimation.
Context appropriate and climate-resilient solution & strategies for effective technology transfer to improve containment systems.
Occupational Health & Safety for construction and sanitation workers.
Field Exposure.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND:

Design approval officials of Paurashavas, City Corporation, City Development Authorities.
Urban planners, Architects, Engineers, Environmental professionals, Construction Superviser.
Sanitation entrepreneurs and contructors.
Work Assistants, Head Masons/Masons.
I/NGO professionals and indivisuals.

WHY JOIN THIS COURSE:

Learn from experts with practical, field-tested insights.
Participate in hands-on exercises.
Observe field-based demonstrations of containment systems and practices.
Network and exchange knowledge with peers and sector professionals.

PARTICIPATION DETAILS:

Bangla & English (Bilingual delivery depending on participants preference)
Participants will be provided with lesson handouts and training kit.
Participants will receive a certificate upon successful completion.

APPLICATION DEADLINE:

Extended Application Deadline with Payment: 20 April 2026, 11:59 PM (UTC+6)

COURSE FEE:

Early Bird: 10,000 BDT (National), 100 USD (International) apply by 10 April 2026
Regular: 12,000 BDT (National), 120 USD (International)

RESOURCE PERSONS:

Dr. Rowshan Mamtaz, Director, ITN-BUET
Alauddin Ahmed, Project Manager, ITN-BUET
Azizur Rahman, Research Officer, ITN-BUET
Faria Tasnim, Training Specialist, ITN-BUET
Mohammad Arif Hossain, Individual Consultant

CONTACT INFORMATION

Azizur Rahman
Designation: Research Officer (T/R), ITN-BUET
Email: aziz@itn-buet.org
Mobile: +880 1725 021312

Faria Tasnim
Designation: Training Specialist, ITN-BUET
Email: faria@itn-buet.org
Mobile: +880 1676-979644

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Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)
2026-05-16 09:00 - 2026-07-31 09:00
About the Training
The online course ‘Integrity and Regulation in Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS)’ addresses important issues in sanitation services, focusing on integrity, regulatory frameworks, and social inclusion. The course is a collaborative effort among the Water Integrity Network (WIN), ITN-BUET, and ESAWAS. Sanitation plays a vital role in safeguarding public health and ensuring environmental sustainability, yet many regions struggle to provide equitable and effective services. These challenges are often compounded by integrity risks, regulatory gaps, and social inequalities. This course is designed to help participants navigate these complexities by introducing key concepts such as Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS), integrity in regulation, and Gender Equality and Social Inclusion (GESI). Participants will gain valuable insights into how governance, ethics, and inclusive strategies can improve sanitation services, reduce risks, and ensure equitable access for all.
Objectives
By the end of the course, participants will have a clear understanding of how integrity supports the implementation of CWIS projects and how robust regulatory frameworks can ensure inclusive, equitable sanitation, fulfilling the human right to sanitation. The major objectives of the course are as follows:

Understand the basic concepts of integrity, regulation, and CWIS
Analyze how integrity helps to achieve better regulation in CWIS programs
Equip sanitation professionals to better understand and respond to integrity risks along the sanitation value chain
Examine how transparency, accountability, participation, and anti-corruption play out in practice through case studies from different parts of the world.

Contents and Course Structure
This course is organized into four modules, each offering a comprehensive learning experience through a blend of mandatory readings, supplementary resources, and interactive activities. The content includes videos, animations, presentations, readings, and case study documentation to enhance understanding. Participants are encouraged to engage actively by sharing their experiences, asking questions, and participating in vibrant forum discussions for each module.
Course Module
The course is structured as follows:

Module 1: Basic Concepts – Integrity and CWIS Introduction to key principles of Citywide Inclusive Sanitation (CWIS) and the role of integrity in ensuring effective, transparent, and equitable sanitation services.
Module 2: Regulation in CWIS– Exploration of regulatory frameworks that support the implementation of CWIS, with a focus on ensuring accountability, transparency, and inclusive practices.
Module 3: Integrity Risks Along the Sanitation Value Chain– Examination of potential integrity risks throughout the sanitation value chain, with guidance on identifying and mitigating these risks to improve governance and service delivery.
Module 4: Strengthening Integrity– Strategies for enhancing integrity within sanitation systems, including the use of integrity mechanisms to foster ethical practices, strengthen governance, and promote social inclusion.

To progress through the course, participants need to complete quizzes or respond to multiple-choice questions at the end of each module. Successful completion of these assessments is required to move forward to the next module.
Who Should Attend?
This course is specifically designed for professionals working in the WASH sector, having formal or informal roles in regulatory functions related to sanitation, public health, and the environment. Additionally, the course will be beneficial for decision-makers, city leaders, government officials, academics, practitioners, researchers, and others in related fields.
Participation Details
Participants will have to apply through the registration link by either clicking on the link or scanning the QR code. The course is offered to a maximum of 50 concurrent participants in each round. Seats are usually filled on a first-come, first-served basis; however, there may be a screening process to identify deserving candidates. Upon approval, registered candidates must complete the course by 30 June 2025. If a participant fails to complete the course within the given time frame or does not log in to the online system for 30 consecutive days, their registration will be cancelled.
Course Approval Criteria and Certificate
As a self-paced course, participants are welcome to cover the contents modules according to their own timing. The average time required to complete the course is approximately 20 hours, with a total time commitment of 3- 4 weeks. Answering quizzes/ multiple-choice questions at the end of each module is a condition to move on to the next module, completing the course, and receiving a course certificate. Participants will have three chances to obtain at least 60% correct responses, and in all cases the platform will indicate the wrong answers.
Certificate
After completing the 4 modules, participants are invited to answer a short feedback survey of the course. Once this survey is answered, participants may download their certificate.Participation in the course, as well as the download of the certificate, has no cost for the participants.
Application Deadline:
10 May 2026

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